HARRIS LECTURE

PRESENTED BY MARGARET RADIN
The Harris Lecture is the Indiana University School of Law's most
prestigious endowed lecture. Over the years, the lecturers have
included William Eskridge, Richard Posner, Barbara Babcock, Martha
Minow, Guido Calabresi, Robert Bork, Owen Fiss, Jules Coleman, and
Charles Fried.

The 1999 Harris Lecture will be given by Professor Margaret Jane
Radin on Tuesday, Oct. 26 at Noon in the Moot Courtroom. The
lecture is entitled "Humans, Computers, and Binding Commitments."
Professor Radin is the William Benjamin Scott and Luna M. Scott
Professor of Law at Stanford University, and Co-Director of
Stanford Law School's Program in Law, Science and Technology.

Professor Radin is a noted property theorist. Her current research
involves intellectual property, information technology, electronic
commerce and the jurisprudence of cyberspace. She is also a
frequent speaker on issues involving intellectual property and the
emerging law of cyberspace. For example, she has made presentations
at the IEEE Hot Chips Conference and at Xerox PARC's forum, and was
a keynote speaker at the 1995 Conference on Computers, Freedom and
Privacy. In 1998 she was a Fellow of the World Economic Forum at
its Davos Conference.

This Harris lecture is a special opportunity to hear an important
scholar speak on a legal subject of great significance. Everyone is
encouraged to attend.

OUT-OF-STATE JOB SEARCHES

Part 2 Strategiesby Professor Susan Stuart, Career Services Committee
Member
As set out in Part 1 of this subject, you should have a clear
purpose in mind when you begin your out-of-state job search. We are
hopeful that Part 2 will provide you with some strategies to
consider in finding such a job.

First of all, 2Ls must, if at all possible, find a position in your
targeted locale for the summer. Even if the position is yet another
unpaid internship, you can spend the summer networking and further
researching the job possibilities in the area. Such a position does
two things: it demonstrates to prospective employers your
commitment to the locale, and it will help you decide if you really
want to make the move.

For both 2Ls and 3Ls, you need to consider that the hiring cycle in
each state is going to mirror that which occurs here. Large firms
will interview in the early fall while medium-sized firms will
interview later. As always, small firms will usually only hire on
an as-needed basis and landing a job with them is catch-
as-catch-can. Out-of-state job opportunities are no different in
that regard than in the Midwest. Therefore, you need to not only
determine your locale, you need to determine your employment
parameters large, mid-sized or small firm, government agency, or
non-profit or public sector employer.

And do not give up on larger firms just because the season "closes"
on Dec. 1. Every year, some major employers, especially in smaller
markets, do not hire their "quota" of clerks, and they find
themselves with openings. This situation happens nearly every year
in Indianapolis and Washington, D.C. Often, perhaps because of
"pride," these positions are not advertised, and the firms do not
engage in any more OCI's. However, the openings must be filled by
SOMEBODY. And it might as well be you. This strategy doesn't always
work and perhaps works better for 3Ls than for 2Ls, especially if
you start your search in December. At least one recent graduate
committed herself to sending out her resume as a 2L in January and
February to such firms and landed the job of her dreams in another
state.

Next, you should commit yourself to spending time and resources to
actually interview in that locale. Setting aside a long weekend to
devote to several interviews not only shows your commitment to
finding a job but demonstrates your commitment to finding a job in
that area.

Some markets are very difficult to enter, such as Denver and
Seattle, so begin networking now. Find out if any other IU law
students or recent graduates are from or have worked in a
particular locale. They will likely be more than willing to give
you tips on how they entered the market and what prospects may be
available.

For those of you 2Ls who prefer to have a job in hand for the
summer, a clerkship with a large firm in another, preferably large,
market is probably more useful than any other alternative. Having a
job offer in hand from such a firm, while going through 3L
interviews, at least demonstrates your skills as you try to sell
yourself to another employer. In addition, it is typically easier
to go "down" in size rather than "up." However, you should still
commit a couple of weeks at the end of the summer to visit and
interview in the locale where you wish to relocate.

Last, one of the best alternatives to help you move to a particular
area is a judicial clerkship, at either state or federal level, in
that state. Firms usually like to hire clerks because they have
significant writing experience as well as the recommendation of a
judge before whom they practice. Of course, a federal clerkship in
the circuits has a significant impact wherever you go. And, not all
judges nor all employers will care one way or the other. However,
clerking in the state where you wish to settle can be impressive.

As you can see, interviewing for out-of-state positions offers a
few more complications to your job search. CSO does post
opportunities from out-of-state employers. Check those
opportunities weekly. However, a great deal of your success will
depend upon your own commitment to and preparation for such a move.

ACADEMY OF LAW ALUMNI FELLOWS
PROFILE

Who are those people whose photographs are on the first-floor
wall? In this series of profiles, we introduce you to the members
of the Academy of the Law Alumni Fellows. The Fellows are the
recipients of the highest honor the Law School bestows on its
alums. We hope that each profile will help you reflect on the
successes of our alumni as well as some possibilities that are
ahead for you.

JESSE ERNEST ESCHBACH
Jesse Eschbach bears the distinction of being appointed to federal
judicial positions by both President John F. Kennedy and President
Ronald Reagan. That bipartisan support suggests the stellar
reputation for scrupulous fairness and excellence this alum has
achieved through a long career of public service.

Mr. Eschbach is a Hoosier with graduate and undergraduate degrees
from Indiana University.

The expectations raised by his rank as an honor student met early
fulfillment in his practice with a private law firm, his stints as
city attorney and deputy prosecuting attorney, and his leadership
in civic organizations. Military service and brief excursions into
business prefaced his appointment to the United States District
Court of Indiana by President Kennedy, where he served for nineteen
years, seven of them as Chief Judge. His tenure was distinctive for
the widespread respect he gained from his scrupulous fairness,
thorough knowledge of the law, unwavering integrity, and regard for
human dignity. He was elevated to the Court of Appeals for the
Seventh Circuit in 1981 by President Reagan, where he continues to
serve.

NEWS FROM THE FACULTY

Dean Fred Aman participated last week in a conference at
Yale Law School entitled "Regulatory and Economic Integration."
This conference was jointly sponsored by the Yale Law School and
the Institut deEtudes Juridiques Europeennes in Belgium. In
addition, Dean Aman's essay entitled "Administrative Law for a New
Century" was published as part of a new, edited volume entitled
"Globalization and Governance." This volume grew out of a
conference organized at Indiana University last year.

Professor David Fidler presented a paper on national and
international legal obstacles to the development of drugs and
vaccines for infectious diseases prevelant in developing countries
at a Conference in Paris on October 14-15. The Conference was
sponsored by Medecins Sans Frontieres and the World Health
Organization and was held at MSF's Paris headquarters. During the
Conference, MSF was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize; and Professor
Fidler was fortunate to witness the happy chaos that ensued at MSF
headquarters when the award was announced.

Professor Fidler was interviewed by Marketplace Radio in
Washington, D.C. for a story about the problems facing Palestinian
economic development.

Professor Charles Geyh chaired a program of the American
Judicature Society's Center for Judicial Independence in
Washington, D.C., on Oct. 4, which featured presentations by United
States District Judge Harold Baer and Illinois Circuit Judge Daniel
Locallo. On Oct. 15, Professor "For God's sake man, find a new
hobby" Geyh was a panelist in the Koskoff, Koskoff & Bieder
symposium at Quinnipiac College, moderated by Professor Arthur
Miller, on the subject of (yes) judicial independence.

Professor Emily Van Tassel has been elected to the board of
directors of the American Society for Legal History. The ASLH is a
national organization dedicated to fostering and promoting
scholarship, teaching and study of law and legal institutions, both
Anglo-American and international. The Society publishes the journal
Law and History Review.

NEWS FROM STUDENT AFFAIRS OFFICE

NATIONAL ABA/LSD LEADERSHIP
Three of our third-year students are serving in key positions with
the American Bar Association's Law Student Division this year.

Angela Karrass, who has been serving our school as the Chairperson
of the Student Law Association, is one of three law students in the
country who was elected nationally to be a Division Delegate. In
this capacity, she has a seat in the regular ABA House of
Delegates. According to our records, this is the first time any IU
law student has been elected to one of these Delegate positions.

In addition, Angela is the 7th Circuit Executive Lieutenant
Governor. Magdalene Przytulska is the Governor of the 7th Circuit,
which encompasses several schools and states in the midwest. In
this capacity she is responsible for leading, managing, and
coordinating the ABA/LSD efforts in all the schools.

Teresa Hill, who is the school's ABA/LSD representative this year,
also serves as 2nd Executive Lieutenant Governor of the 7th Circuit
and also Liaison to the Pro Bono Committee and Elections Committee.

Congratulations to all three!

WRITING CONTESTS
There are numerous writing contests for law students to enter. Many
of these contests include publication and a lot of prize money. In
past years, a number of our students have won prizes, some as much
as $5,000, and have had their articles published.

Several of these contests are posted on the Board outside Room 024.
A few of these contests, such as the Sig Beck Bankruptcy and
Business competition and the Nathan Burkan Copyright competition,
automatically ensure that IU students will win cash prizes.

So, if you have been writing a journal, seminar, or B706 note or
paper, check out these contests. Let's ensure that IU students get
a good share of these prizes.

Also, check the website at http://www.people.memphis.edu/~law.

NEWS FROM CAREER SERVICES

JUDICIAL CLERKSHIP PANEL
Career Services will host a panel on federal and state judicial
clerkships on Monday, Oct. 25, at Noon in Room 124. The program
will feature several faculty members, a current clerk, and three
3Ls who have clerkships. Information on timelines, procedures, and
resources will be provided.

NEWS FROM THE RECORDER'S OFFICE

INDIANA STATE BAR
Indiana State Bar applications for the February 2000 exam are
available in the Recorder's Office. The filing deadline is Nov. 15,
1999.

If you are unable to register on the assigned day because of
illness or being out of town, you should contact the Recorder's
Office and register the day prior to the following day.

NEWS FROM STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

MOOT COURT COMPETITION CONTINUES
Oral arguments for the Sherman Minton Moot Court Competition will
continue this week through Nov. 5, Monday through Friday, at 6:00
and 8:00 p.m. The competition and all arguments are open to the
public. All students, faculty, family, and friends are welcome, and
we encourage you to come support the participants in this endeavor.

TOWN HALL MEETING - STATE OF THE LAW SCHOOL
Please join SLA for Dean Aman's "State of the Law School" address
on Wednesday, Oct. 27, at 12:15 in the Moot Court Room. This will
be a wonderful opportunity to hear about the exciting programs IU
Law has in store and the amazing ground that has been covered in
the past year. Dean Aman's talk will be the second in SLA's monthly
Town Hall Series. Ideas for another meeting? See your SLA
representative or drop a note in our suggestion slot in the
Bookstore door!

GET THOSE COSTUMES READY!
SLA happily presents our annual Halloween party! This year, Lucifer
will be visiting our upstairs-downstairs HEAVEN AND HELL at Terry's
Banquets at Ivy Tech, Friday, Oct. 29, from 8:00 p.m. to Midnight.
Food! Drink! Dancing! Party! Be sure to buy your tickets This week
$8 in advance, $10 at the door. Tickets can be purchased at the SLA
table or at the bookstore. Please remember, designate a driver and
BEHAVE RESPONSIBLY. More info to come. Hope to see everyone there!

GONG SHOW
On Friday, Nov. 12, the Indiana University Black Law Student
Association will be having it's annual Gong Show at Mars Nightclub.
The Gong Show is an event for the entire Law School. It provides an
atmosphere for students to relax, have fun, and see their
classmates display their talents.

Tickets are $5 in advance and $7 at the door. They will go on sale
the first week in November. If you are interested in being an act
in the show, please contact Tavonna Harris at tsharris@indiana.edu.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SPEA INFORMATIONAL MEETING AND RECEPTION
On Tuesday, Oct. 26, a delegation of SPEA (School of Public and
Environmental Affairs) professors will visit the law school to talk
about course offerings that might interest law students and to
discuss the joint degree program. If you are wondering how you will
take advantage of the six credit hours from outside of the law
school that you can count toward your law degree, this would be a
good program for you. If you are interested in learning more about
the joint degree program with SPEA, this is an excellent
opportunity to meet the students and faculty involved in the
program.

The session will begin at 4:30 p.m. in Room 125, where the SPEA
professors will describe their programs and courses. After the
information session, the group will adjourn to an informal
reception in the faculty lounge where you can get to know other
interested students and faculty. Refreshments will be provided. If
you have any questions about this event, contact Professor
Fischman.

CALL FOR TALENT FOR THE NEW LEGAL LAMPOON SHOW
Announcing the First Annual IU Legal Lampoon Show to take place on
Jan. 27 in the renovated Indiana Theater on Kirkwood.

This event will hopefully become an annual charitable fund-raising
event drawing upon the writing and performing talents of the IU Law
School community. If you would like to help write comedic/satirical
scripts for skits and songs, sing, act - or play piano, bass or
guitar in the band (with Deans Aman and Fromm!), please contact on
of the following: Robert Meitus at windchimep@aol.com; Carolynn
McLaughlin at cmclaugh@indiana.edu; Hamish Cohen at
hscohen@indiana.edu.

Many faculty and administration have already committed to
participating in This show, and we hope that you will contact us if
you would like to as well.

AUDIO - VIDEO SERVICES
Requests for AV services may be sent to Beth at av@exchange.
indiana.edu. Please include the name of your group and the e-mail
address of the contact person, a description of what you want to
do, and the date, location, starting time and duration of the
event. Requests must be made at least 48 hours in advance and will
be confirmed by email.